Daniel Baden + Q&A Panel Discussion with Rachel Arthur, Dr. Sanjeev Sharma, Winston Lo and Gabriela Stilita
Did you know that Australia ranks as the second-highest prescriber of antidepressants in the OECD, with approximately 10% of the adult population relying on these medications?
Concurrently, the prescription rate for anxiolytics has surged by 31%. In addition to these concerning statistics, a staggering 44% of patients experiencing depression find that they do not respond to at least two types of medications (2).
It is becoming increasingly important for clinicians to be able to effectively manage patients seeking to transition away from mood medications.
Join Naturopath and Homeopath Daniel Baden as he delves into how to effectively transition from mood medications using Nutritional and Environmental Medicine.
This Masterclass will equip you with:
- Insight into the significance of withdrawal symptoms that may arise from SSRI discontinuation.
- Safe and effective methods for guiding a patient through the tapering process, with an understanding of therapeutic threshold adjustments at micro-dosages.
- An overview of neurotransmitters, including tryptophan, serotonin, GABA, glutamate, and dopamine.
- Understanding of the role of specific amino acids in promoting mental well-being.
- Guidance on managing Benzodiazepine withdrawal.
- Tips on what to monitor during the medication withdrawal phase.
Also included:
- Downloadable PDF of presenter’s slides, clinical hand outs and support materials
- Evidence-based research summary including links to referenced research papers
- Case study discussion and clinical gems
Learning outcomes:
- List and explain the role of specific amino acids in the role of mental health
- Develop strategies on how to safely taper mood medications such as SSRIs.
Don’t miss your chance to level up your expertise in medication tapering. Register now!
References:
- AJGP Volume 50, Issue 12, December 2021
- The British Journal of Psychiatry, 219(5), 621-622 2021